The Point of Comparison
The word “comparison” can have a negative connotation at first glance. We teach our young children not to compare themselves to what others do or… Read More »The Point of Comparison
God is The God of Order
“There is a time for everything, and a season for every activity under the heavens” (Ecclesiastes 3:1) because our God is The God of Order.… Read More »God is The God of Order
10 Easy and Meaningful Ways to Honor Your Graduates
The Graduating Class of 2023 It has been a year like no other. It certainly has not ended in the way they expected. There will… Read More »10 Easy and Meaningful Ways to Honor Your Graduates
Six Different Generations Represented in the Church
I remember my Grandmother sharing stories about her immigrant father searching for water underground by using a Y-shaped tree branch before they purchased land for… Read More »Six Different Generations Represented in the Church
Strengthen Volunteer Commitment Through Relationships
The most successful volunteer ministries are based on strong relationships. The ministry will grow if friendships are cultivated between leaders and volunteers and the volunteers… Read More »Strengthen Volunteer Commitment Through Relationships
12 Ways to Serve Your Community This Christmas Season
“The best way to spread Christmas cheer is singing loud for all to hear!” This is a great line in one of my family’s favorite… Read More »12 Ways to Serve Your Community This Christmas Season
Where are All the American Christians?
Jesus said, “Not everyone who says to me, ‘Lord, Lord,’ will enter the kingdom of heaven” (Matthew 7:21). None of us reading this can say… Read More »Where are All the American Christians?
Millions of Christians are Inactive in Their Faith: A Challenge and an Opportunity
Every church has a mix of more-active and less-active members. There are many ways we try to describe this. We might talk about the “faithful”… Read More »Millions of Christians are Inactive in Their Faith: A Challenge and an Opportunity
Reaching Those In Need Near Your Church
Whether they know it or not, people need to be connected to the life of the church. This means you get them involved in fellowship,… Read More »Reaching Those In Need Near Your Church
8 Creative Ways to Bless your Community this Holiday Season
November and December mark a time of holiday preparations and incredible busyness for most of us. Yet it’s also supposed to be the season of… Read More »8 Creative Ways to Bless your Community this Holiday Season
How to Throw a Great Party for Your Church
It’s the time of year when fun church event ideas are being planned- back to school, fall carnivals and trunk or treat, Friendsgiving meals, and… Read More »How to Throw a Great Party for Your Church
Who Are The People in Your Neighborhood?
People everywhere are yearning for meaning, purpose, and hope. Scarcely able to express this need, most have settled for an introspective existence, unaware of the… Read More »Who Are The People in Your Neighborhood?